Lead Poisoning Awareness Campaign for Adults Launched by New York State Department of Health

The New York State Department of Health recently announced it had launched the Don’t Bring Lead Home public health awareness campaign to educate New Yorkers about the dangers of lead exposure in certain occupations.

According to their announcement:

Adults can be exposed to lead dust or lead fumes during renovation or remodeling activities in older homes with lead-based paints. They can also be exposed through certain jobs and hobbies. Lead dust can be brought into the home on work clothes, shoes, and equipment. Lead dust can get in cars, and on furniture, floors, and carpets. This is called “take-home lead” and is harmful to anyone who comes in contact with it.

“Some of the health effects listed by the department due to lead exposure include decreased brain and kidney function, raised blood pressure, increased chances of having a heart attack or stroke, and for pregnant individuals, increased chances of a miscarriage and harm to a baby’s development before birth,” said Frank Selamie, President of CTSI. “The good news is lead poisoning is considered to be an entirely preventable environmental disease. Identifying sources of lead so that the proper safety procedures can be put in place is key to preventing new cases of lead poisoning.”

To help in this effort, the industrial hygiene and building science professionals at CTSI offer lead-based paint sampling and testing services that comply with the NYC Department of Health, U.S. Department of Housing of Urban Development, and EPA guidelines. Their EPA lead certified risk assessors and inspectors have successfully performed thousands of lead and lead-based paint-related projects. These resources from CTSI protect workers, building occupants, and help to keep businesses and institutions in compliance with health and safety regulations.

To learn more about lead or other industrial hygiene, indoor air quality, environmental, health, and safety services, please visit www.ctsiweb.com, email contactus@ctsiweb.com or call (212) 971-7016.

About CTSI

Established in 1992, Consulting & Testing Services, Inc. (CTSI) was founded on one strong commitment: to provide efficient and expert services to clients based on professionalism, innovation, and cost-effective solutions. This commitment has been furthered by CTSI’s reputation for fostering client relationships in all sectors of the Environmental Health, Safety, and Construction industries. CTSI prides itself in utilizing a high-quality service based on its diverse team of staff and professionals’ concise recommendations and solutions to the most pressing dilemmas. The company operates offices in New York and Florida that service clients across the United States.

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